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• � f. , *4.`� � O� • O O - �b- - CITY of ORONO � F � � '�' RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL ��`9I�E p'��'G NO. ,`� � � � - SH 3. The City Council of Orono reviewed this application on November 13, 1995, and recommended conceptual approval of the proposec� variances based upon the following findings: A. The property at .63 acres would be allowed a total of 2,000 s.f. accessory structure area. The property contains a total of 1,024 s.f. of accessory structures (968 s.f. of garage and 56 s.f. of shed in rear yard). B. The properly is narrow with steep topography restricting vehicular access to the rear yard. C. The only gentle sloped area on the property is to the rear yard where the � existing septic system is located. This area should be reiained for future • septic needs. . D. The flatter sloped area in the v��est front yard was filled and not suitable for on-site septic development. E. Sloping topography in the location of the proposed addition will allow applicant to minimize visual impact of structure. F. The applicant received approval of a side setback variance at 5' for the existing 22'x23' garage in 1978. The proposed structure will be located 6.4' from the side lot line. 4. The City Council fmds that the conditions existing on this property are peculiar to it and do not apply generally to other property in this zoning district; that granting the variance would not adversely afFect traffic conditions, light, air nor pose a fire hazard or other danger to neighboring property; would not merely serve as a convenience to the applicant, but is necessary to alleviate a demonstrable hardship or difficulty; is necessary to preserve a substantial property right of the applicant; and would be in keeping with the spirit and intent of the Zoning Code and Comprehensive Plan of the City. • Page 2 of 6 .